Match the source gland with its respective hormone and function and select the correct option.

  • A
    $A$. Anterior pituitary $\to$ Oxytocin $\to$ Contraction of uterus muscles during child birth
  • B
    $B$. Posterior pituitary $\to$ Vasopressin $\to$ Stimulates reabsorption of water in the distal tubules in the nephron
  • C
    $C$. Corpus luteum $\to$ Estrogen $\to$ Supports pregnancy
  • D
    $D$. Thyroid $\to$ Thyroxine $\to$ Regulates blood calcium level

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